Vanessa Obioha For his recent 20th anniversary dinner, Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo, better known as D’banj, and his management team, Temple Management Company, chose a venue as witty as he is: Knowhere Restaurant. Nestled beside Vaniti Lagos, a nightclub on Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, the restaurant provided the perfect setting for the Nigerian musician and showman to host friends and dignitaries for an exquisite dinner as part of his year-long celebration. From the entrance, the elegance of the event was apparent.
Black carpets lined each side of the entrance for the media and sponsor, Observatory. The backdrop of the media carpet featured a large photo of D’banj in dark shades, posing as if looking forward to the next 20 years Guests, arriving individually and in pairs, were welcomed by a cultural troupe that entertained them with songs by D’banj and other popular Nigerian hits. Inside, the restaurant was a panorama of elegance, with ambient lighting and a sophisticated dining setup.
While music floated from a DJ’s turntable, a group of violinists played along, elevating the sonic atmosphere. However, what truly captivated the guests was a mini exhibition of D’banj’s clothes and accessories. Items ranged from eyeglasses to hats, each with its own story, such as the attire from the ‘Mr Endowed’ music video featuring Snoop Dogg.
As one of the pioneers of afrobeats on the international stage, the dinner was graced by notable personalities from the .
